Scientific Systems Corp. v. Ryder Truck Lines, Inc.

LANDRY, Judge.

Defendant, Ryder Truck Lines (Ryder) appeals a judgment awarding plaintiff, Scientific Systems Corporation (Scientific), recovery for the loss of a piece of scientific equipment allegedly damaged while being transported by Ryder in interstate commerce. We affirm.

The single issue involved herein is whether plaintiff-consignor has borne the burden of establishing that the damage to its goods occurred while subject equipment was in defendant’s possession and control.

On April 25, 1968, plaintiff contracted to furnish the United States Army a piece of equipment known as a “room…